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Theatre Interview: Dan Lewis

Mon 18 Aug 2025

Steptoe and Son ride again at the Nottingham Arts Theatre. Actor Dan Lewis shares his trip on the rag and bone cart as the curmudgeonly Albert...

Musicals, outdoor cinema and music gigs: Here's what's on in Notts this week, 18 - 25 August

Sun 17 Aug 2025

While it's nearing the end of a summer of fun, Notts will never run of fun things to do. Here's our pick of the week...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #29: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 15 Aug 2025

Summer's not over yet, and the new music just keeps coming, too! In this edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens for 2025, our music team reviews new releases from Blu Syrup, The Doubtfires, Long Pockets, Michael Vickers and Nicole Hannah...

Our August cover artist Paul Turner-Groves talks about collage, creativity and his love of Notts

Fri 15 Aug 2025

Collage artist Paul Turner-Groves talks us through his art process and the inspiration behind this month’s LeftLion cover…

LeftLion's Latest Listens #28: Notts music we're currently spinning

Sun 10 Aug 2025

With summer at its height, here's what our music team has been listening to recently. In this edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, we review releases from Antonio Panzera, Marvin's Revenge, Richard Snow and EMiDORA & Darling I Dreamt

Behind the curtain of Niche Artefact: the Notts collective combining cabaret, art, and storytelling

Fri 08 Aug 2025

Studio 54, surrealism, mythology, erotica, the Golden Age of Hollywood… These are just a few of the intriguing themes of Niche Artefact, an artist showcase combining drag, cabaret, circus, art, and storytelling. Ahead of their two-year anniversary showcase next month, we spoke to founder Robin Da Silva to find out how they are bringing flamboyance, inclusivity, and creativity to the city’s creative LGBTQI+ scene…

Adventure trails, live music and disco nights: Here's what's on in Notts this week 4 - 10 August 2025

Tue 05 Aug 2025

This week brings to you an assortment of events. Whether it be music or theatre or an antiquarians expedition, we got you covered. Here are our picks of this week...

Left Magpie: August 2025 The First Match

Tue 05 Aug 2025

Julian McDougall is back with his thoughts on the opening game of the season (Notts County v Newport)...

Back to the future: chatting with the dual winners of Future Sound of Notts 2025

Sat 02 Aug 2025

Back in July, what could safely be described as Nottingham’s most exciting music competition: Future Sound of Nottingham, returned to Rock City – eight local acts taking the stage to showcase their talent. R&B singer Saffron Gray and alt-rock trio Archy & the Astronauts were crowned dual winners, and bagged nothing less than a main-stage slot at Splendour Festival later last month. We thought that it was the perfect time to catch up with these two acts (before they’re swept up by the national music press, of course)...

Overheard in Notts: July 2025

Wed 30 Jul 2025

This month's instalment of Overheard in Notts features surprising jeans and combustible toilets...

Art auctions, fundraisers and gigs: Here's what's on in Notts this week, 28 July- 3 Aug

Tue 29 Jul 2025

This week is packed full of summer fun for all ages. The creative scene is busy with auctions, gigs, yard parties and more to keep you on your toes and soaking up the summer sun. Here are our picks for this week...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #27: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 25 Jul 2025

In this edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens for 2025, our music team reviews new releases from Davoli & Jess Beer, Vona Vella, LYVIA, Dirt Bloom and Hallowed Men...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #26: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 18 Jul 2025

In this week's edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens for 2025, we take a deep dive into the new album from Midnight Rodeo...

Theatre Interview : Laurie Owen, director of The Prince at the Lace Market Theatre

Sat 12 Jul 2025

The Prince by Abigail Thorn is about to launch at the Lace Market Theatre. This ambitious show stars three trans women and merges Shakespeare with the modern world. LeftLion interviews the director, Laurie Owen, on the hows and whys...

Twelve food and drink spots in Notts that are perfect for enjoying the sunshine

Sat 12 Jul 2025

While the sun is gracing us with its presence, what better way to while away the hours than grazing on delicious food and drink in a terrace or beer garden? We’ve rounded up twelve of the city’s best spots for outdoor eating and drinking, so you can tick them all off your list before the summer ends.

Theatre Interview: Ifeanyi Felukwu

Thu 10 Jul 2025

A local production of 1984 is about to debut at the Nottingham Playhouse. Does a play from the 1940s still hold relevance for today's young people. Ifeanyi Felukwu, who plays Winston Smith, shares his views...

Interview : Film and Play Director Atticus Orsborn

Wed 09 Jul 2025

He may be directing films and plays in New York now, but Atticus Orsborn grew up in Nottingham. Fiercely proud of his roots, he shares the journey with Left Lion...

We speak to this year's eight Future Sound of Nottingham finalists

Fri 04 Jul 2025

The Future Sound of Nottingham returns to the Rock City main stage this Sunday 6th July. Eight Nottingham artists, living their dream and playing the most iconic stage in the city... plus there are two slots on the Splendour Festival main stage up for grabs! We had a chinwag with the eight finalists so you can get to know them a little better. Read on to hear from No Cash Refunds, Emily Alice, Megs, Molly in the Metro, Louie Walsh, Benji Romeo, Archy & The Astronauts and Saffron Gray...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #25: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 04 Jul 2025

In this edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team reviews new releases from Parisa East, Torn Sail, Those Once Loyal and Mollie Ralph...

We chat to Set In Motion about what drives them, Splendour Festival, and their playlists...

Fri 04 Jul 2025

Set in Motion are one of the Nottingham music scene’s most promising bands. Noted for catchy indie hooks, powerful songs and incredible live performances, over the last two years they’ve made a name for themselves as a guitar music powerhouse act. We caught up with vocalist and guitarist Alfie Wallace, guitarist Dillan Telford, bassist Niall Hopkins and drummer Joe Carnell - outside the Fox and Grapes - to discuss their imminent Splendour Festival set, their future plans and what they’re listening to at the minute...

Left Magpie July 2025: Going to the Match with Stuart Maynard, Martin Paterson and LS Lowry

Wed 02 Jul 2025

Our monthly Notts County column is back after a hiatus and now penned by Julian McDougall, formerly of the beloved Notts County fanzine The Pie and currently of the excellent When Saturday Comes magazine. Here he muses about the appointment of Martin Paterson and the nature of supporters in the “Lowry-esque’ setting of Meadow Lane...

Cherelle Fulton tells us about Behind Closed Doors: a program spotlighting creative women in Notts

Tue 01 Jul 2025

Over at New Art Exchange, Behind Closed Doors is creating a new space for women in the creative industries to connect, collaborate and reshape the scene in Nottingham. Co-ordinator Cherelle Fulton discusses what fuelled her projects, including live music night Can’t Stand The Rain, the importance of community and connectivity, and creating safe spaces for women.